John Harpold

John Harpold

US Army Infantry Rifle Squad Leader / Fire Team Leader

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Licensed Insurance Agent / Veteran Entrepreneur / Solutions Focused Professional

  • Education

    • Ivy Tech Community College-Wabash Valley

      2014 - 2016
      Information Technology 3.65

      Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

    • Troy University

      2006 - 2007
      General Studies 3.2
  • Experience

    • 101st Airborne Division, U.S. Army

      Jan 1999 - Jun 2004
      US Army Infantry Rifle Squad Leader / Fire Team Leader

      Trained, mentored and supervised an 8 man U.S. Army Infantry Rifle Squad in peace and wartime environments.Responsible for maintaining proficiency and professional growth records.

    • US Army

      Jun 2004 - Jul 2009

      Facilitated instruction to elements from JSOC, USASOC, NAVSOC and other DOD personal in the employment of the IAV Stryker for conventional and special operations roles.Responsible for the supervision of classes in excess of 35 students resulting in the annual training of over 250 military service members. Responsible for the readiness, operation maintenance and accountability of vehicles & equipment valued in excess of 5.1 million dollars. Trained, mentored and supervised an 8 man U.S. Army Infantry Rifle Squad.Responsible for the readiness, operation, maintenance and accountability of vehicles & equipment valued in excess of five million dollars. Responsible for the organization, support and training of 7 United States Army Infantry Center (USAIC) programs of instruction. Operated as an assistant instructor for a battalion level United States Army Modern Army Combatives program of instruction.

      • Stryker Branch Instructor / Writer

        Jul 2007 - Jul 2009
      • Squad Leader / MACP Instructor

        Jun 2004 - Jul 2007
    • PRECISION

      Jan 2013 - Jan 2013
      Contractor

      Operate as a Team Supervisor for a large independent landscaping company. Responsible for maintenance and operation of multiple commercial vehicles, as well as the instruction and supervision of 3 employees.

    • ADVICS North America, Inc.

      Jan 2013 - Jan 2014
      Final Assembly Operator

      Performed final stage assembly of Toyota Corolla and Camry OE brake assembly

    • Cartwright Distribution

      Jan 2014 - Jan 2016
      Route Sales Representative

      Assistant Sales Representative for Bímbo Bakeries USA.While working for Cartwright Distribution, I have gained a more thorough grasp of the complexity of operating as a supply distributor for multiple international businesses. From quality control and accountability to learning how to interpret and provide for your customers needs, my experience at Cartwright Distribution has been a tremendous asset to my professional growth.

    • Sony DADC

      Jan 2015 - Jan 2016
      Disc Replication / Manufacturing

      Optical Media Replication Technician

    • SD Delivery LLC

      Sept 2016 - Aug 2024
      Owner / CEO

      Oversee day to day operations for distribution company that services 12 accounts including local, regional and national clients. Responsible for sales and marketing of product line that exceeds 127 different skus averaging $800,000 plus in annual sales. Oversee all quality control, human resources and payroll responsibilities.

    • Answer Financial

      Aug 2024 - now
      Licensed Insurance Sales Agent

      P&C Sales Agent

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Modern Army Combatives Instructor

      US Army Infantry Center
    • Squad Designated Marksmanship Course

      US Army Marksmanship Unit
    • Total Army Instructor Training Course

      US Army Infantry Center
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to John Harpold
      Ivy Tech Fall 2015 Deans List Jonathan Weinzapfel, Chancellor Dec 2015
    • Awarded to John Harpold
      Ivy Tech Spring 2015 Deans List Jonathan Weinzapfel, Chancellor May 2015
    • Awarded to John Harpold
      Certificate of Achievement LTC. Kevin McDonnell / Commander 1st Battalion / 3rd Special Forces Group Jun 2002 For outstanding support of joint special operations.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Customer Reception

      Issued by Relevant Practical Ministry for Men on Mar 2014
      Relevant Practical Ministry for MenAssociated with John Harpold
    • Team Leader / Hospitality

      Issued by Relevant Practical Ministry for Men on Mar 2015
      Relevant Practical Ministry for MenAssociated with John Harpold
    • Mentor

      Issued by Vigo County Veterans Treatment Court on Feb 2023
      Vigo County Veterans Treatment CourtAssociated with John Harpold